What is polyurethane varnish and what are its uses?

Whether you want to choose the final layer of a wooden floor or you are just looking for a polish to polish wooden surfaces, polyurethane varnish is one of the products that can meet your needs. Polyurethane varnishes are often used as an integrated and easy-to-use finish. Read more about polyurethane varnish, how to apply it and its uses.

Polyurethane varnish is a very hard coating that is used as a finish or final layer to protect wooden surfaces and equipment, including wooden floors, wooden stairs and any surface that may be subject to damage. It is very easy to work with polyurethane varnish, and due to its resistance and integrity, it can be used as a protective and polishing layer for wooden items such as tables and chairs, wooden library shelves, cabinets, wooden chairs and tables in cafes and restaurants, and wooden surfaces of boutiques or hotels. be used This protective layer has a long life and is considered a suitable option for protecting wood against scratches, damage and impacts.
Polyurethane varnish is colorless and this is one of its prominent features. In addition, after drying, it turns into a hard layer that protects it against any kind of microbial and fungal contamination. This varnish dries much faster than other types of wood polishes (such as shellac or wax) and is available in both glossy and matte forms.

Polyurethane varnish is produced in two types, water-based and solvent-based (or one-component and two-component). Like any other water-based product (such as water-based acrylic paints), water-based polyurethane varnish is compatible with the environment and it can be said that it is a safer product for one's health. But on the other hand, this product's resistance to damage, scratches, and wear is less compared to solvent-based polyurethane varnish. If you want to use polyurethane varnish on different surfaces, be careful that this product is suitable for wooden surfaces, and if your flooring or cabinet is of a different material, use other polyurethane products. If you are hesitant, contact our consultants on WhatsApp.

To apply this protective varnish to the wood, it is better to use a foam or nylon brush. It is very important to first apply a thin layer of this varnish and let it dry overnight. Then sand the surface a little and apply the second layer on it. It may be necessary to apply three or four layers of polyurethane varnish, so apply each layer thinly so that the final result is better.

This varnish creates a solid and resistant layer. Solvent-based varnishes, also known as oil-based varnishes, will provide you with a very even finish, while being easy to work with. Polyurethane varnish is resistant to heat, chemicals, scratches, wear and other damages. Applying this varnish will make the surface of the wood polished and shiny, and if you use this product for renovation and repair, it will look like your product is as new as the first day. Also, even though the polyurethane varnish has no color, this protective layer causes the color of the wood to change a little and become bolder.
Polyurethane varnish dries faster than other varnishes and wood polishes.  You can use a brush, spray or roller to apply, depending on the surface you are applying varnish on.
Polyurethane varnish is also used on wooden flooring.

If you use solvent-based or oil-based polyurethane, it is better to stay away from heat and fire to prevent sudden ignition of the material. It is also very important to pay attention to the air conditioning of your work space. Wear a mask and gloves so that you don't have any allergies to the substances in your body.

Do not forget to open the windows and use the air conditioner.
It is also important to know that polyurethane varnishes dry slowly in cold and moderate weather conditions. Therefore, depending on the weather conditions where you live, you may need to wait longer for the first layer of polyurethane varnish to dry and the surface to be ready for the second layer.